The aim of this unit is to study economic factors surrounding the international movement of goods and services, labour and capital. Topics include: measurement and determinants of intra-industry trade; analysis of barriers to trade; political economy of trade; trade policy; international movement of labour and capital; multinational corporations and FDI; trade and environmental issues; and international trade regulation. Students will engage in a range of learning activities involving practical problem-solving sessions, case study analysis, online learning activities, peer discussion and review, and self- reflection. Student learning will be guided and assessed by means of a test, a country or industry project.
Unit details
Location:
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
BEO3430
Prerequisites
BEO1105 - Economic Principles
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Critically review a broad range of theories and models concerning international trade; | ||
| 2. | Critically assess the regulation of trade in local and global markets in identifying and solving International trade problems; | ||
| 3. | Critically examine various markets of labour migration, environmental protection and foreign investment; and | ||
| 4. | Communicate international trade knowledge and ideas associated with topics in the form of a market/industry report and group presentations. |
Assessment
Melbourne campuses
Students studying under the VU Block Model.
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online Test x2 (20% 30%) | 50% |
| Project | Individual Country or Industry Project | 25% |
| Presentation | Group Presentation and Poster | 25% |
Other locations
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Test | 20% |
| Assignment | Country or industry project | 30% |
| Examination | Final Examination | 50% |
Required reading
International Economics (17th ed.).
Pugel, T. A. (2020).
New York: McGraw-Hill, Irwin.
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